Wax Cotton
Wax Cotton – colour, culture, and character from West Africa
Our wax print fabrics come directly from Senegal. They embody vibrant patterns, cultural heritage, and authentic textile character – 100% cotton with a story.
Our range includes:
• Original wax print fabrics from Senegal
• Colourful designs with cultural meaning
• 100% cotton – stiff when new, soft after washing
• Sold in 6- or 12-yard pieces (5.5 m / 11 m)
• Labels indicate origin and quality
• Ideal for garments, accessories, and creative projects
Wax Cotton – fabrics rich in colour, history, and meaning
Materials & Quality:
Our wax cotton fabrics are made of 100% cotton and processed in Senegal. Initially stiff, they soften beautifully after washing. The signature stickers on the fabric indicate origin and quality – an important detail for enthusiasts. Sold in 6- or 12-yard pieces (5.5 m or 11 m), they may shrink up to 10%.
Applications:
From vibrant dresses and elaborate headwraps to creative patchwork – wax prints are omnipresent in Senegal. Women wear full outfits made from one print, while men wear Boubous with matching trousers. The Baye Fall community stands out with colourful patchwork garments made from leftover fabrics – born of modesty, now a proud tradition.
African in spirit, rooted in Indonesia, beloved worldwide – these fabrics tell stories.
Versatile Applications:
– Traditional clothing like Boubou, dresses, or headwraps
– Modern fashion and accessories with strong patterns
– Patchwork, bags, or home décor
– Costumes, dancewear, and stage outfits
– Upcycling projects with symbolic meaning
– Collectible or rare individual prints
– Gift ideas with cultural value
– Fabrics with a story – every print holds meaning